Tasting notes

Krug 1982 has emerged already as Krug Collection 1982, it is opulent and generous while increasingly serene.

On the sight, it is elegant, lasting bubbles and fantastic colour, seemingly untouched by time.

On the nose, mocha scents with hazelnut and an opulent rich maturity and depth, revealing a peppery tang.

In the mouth, rich honey and crystallized fruit and hints of tropical fruit, mango and mild spices which slowly gain strength.

Eric Lebel

Chef de Caves, Krug

Probably one of the most generous yields in the history of Champagne, the year 1982 is a « classic » in terms of climate throughout the year.

Heat in June, July, August and September with sufficient rain at the right moments over vines which had rested well after the previous small crops, gave us wines of excellent ripeness and fairly full character despite a record size crop.

The House did not hesitate to create Krug 1982 as the year had a very interesting character and story to tell.

Krug 1982 is the result of blending opulent and powerful Pinot Noirs (54%), rich Chardonnays (30%) and spicy Meuniers (16%). Krug 1982 is on the full bodied side of Krug vintages, not as big as the 1959 or 1976; we see it more in the heritage of the renowned 1964 or even 1953.

Eric Lebel

KRUG COLLECTION 1982

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Krug Collection 1982 can be enjoyed with Indian or Vietnamese food. It can be enjoyed with shrimps and mango sauce, chicken with curry sauce, aged comté cheese, autumn fruits desserts, orange soufflé and/or a tasty carrot cake as well as many other creative combinations.

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